---
title: "Hothead"
year: 1979
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/hothead-1979"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 10792
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Hothead (1979) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/hothead-1979

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Hothead is a 1979 French comedy-drama film directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud and scripted by Francis Veber. The production features performances by actors Patrick Dewaere and Jean Bouise. The story follows a miserable football player named François who undergoes a significant change in status. After securing a victory for his team during an extremely important game, he is transformed into a local town hero. François subsequently utilizes his newfound fame to exact revenge upon the team star who had previously subjected him to various mockeries. Jean Bouise received the César Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his contribution to the film. The movie has a total runtime of one hour and twenty-nine minutes and was released in the United States on January 21, 1980. The film is also known by its original French title, Coup de tête.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I watch Hothead?
Streaming availability for Hothead varies by region and platform licensing. Use our live availability tracker above to check direct streaming, rental, or purchase links across major verified platforms.

### Q: Is Hothead worth watching?
Hothead holds a community rating of 7.1/10. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Hothead and when was it released?
Hothead is a feature film with a runtime of 110 minutes. It was released in 1979.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Hothead — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/10792)
- [Hothead (1979) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0079002/fullcredits/)
- [Coup de tête - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coup_de_t%C3%AAte)
- [Hothead (1979) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/10792-coup-de-tete/cast)
- [Hothead (1979) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/hothead/credits)

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